BAGUIO CITY — First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos returned to the summer capital on Thursday (Nov. 27) to lead the annual lighting of the Christmas tree at the presidential Mansion. She kept the focus on the holiday celebration, away from the political noise in Manila. Before the switch-on, around a hundred grade school students from…
With Christmas getting closer and National Children’s Month underway, the EcoWaste Coalition is urging families to be careful when buying toys. The group says some toys sold in stores and online may contain toxic chemicals or parts that can harm kids, especially those from low-income households. According to EcoWaste, children are at higher risk because…
A relic of St. Carlo Acutis has arrived in the Philippines and will travel to several dioceses over an 18-day pilgrimage. The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) said the relic, which comes from the heart pericardium of the young saint, reached Manila on Thursday from Italy. It was brought to the country by…
PHNOM PENH — Cambodia has announced it will not compete in eight sports at next month’s Southeast Asian Games in Thailand, citing concerns for athlete safety amid lingering tensions along the two countries’ border. The decision was confirmed by the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC) in a letter to the Southeast Asian Games Federation…
The Philippines will face Group A leaders Argentina on Thursday night, hoping to finish their inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup campaign on a positive note at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig. Though already eliminated from quarterfinal contention following losses to Poland (0-6) and Morocco (2-3), the Filipina5 are determined to give fans a memorable…
Manny Villar has expanded his culinary ventures with the opening of Balustre, a new restaurant in Tagaytay that highlights the richness of Filipino food and the joy of shared meals. Situated in Crosswinds, Balustre is designed to capture the essence of Filipino dining—gathering around the table with loved ones. The menu features a variety of…
Fans of South Korean singer and actress Kim Sejeong can look forward to her upcoming fan concert in Manila. The “Tenth Letter” concert is scheduled for February 21, 2026, at 6 p.m. and will be held at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City, according to Wilbros Live. Ticket Information:Tickets will be available starting December…
Emmanuel “Jimuel” Pacquiao Jr., the eldest son of Manny Pacquiao, is finally stepping into the ring as a professional. He will make his debut in the co-main event of Manny Pacquiao Promotions’ first US fight card on November 29 (November 30 in Manila) at the Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California. He faces fellow first-timer…
A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer, JS Harusame (DD-102), arrived at the Naval Operating Base in Subic, Zambales for a three-day goodwill visit. The Philippine Navy welcomed the ship with arrival honors. The visit comes after the Philippine Fleet’s recent trip to Yokosuka. The Navy said the stop aims to strengthen ties between the two…
Tyler Herro dropped 29 points and Bam Adebayo posted 17 points with 11 boards as Miami slipped past Milwaukee, 106-103, in an NBA Cup matchup on Wednesday night. The victory marked Erik Spoelstra’s 800th regular-season win, making him only the 17th coach in league history to reach the milestone and just the third to do…